BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Access Events//accessevents.org// X-WR-CALDESC:Events from Independence First on Access Events X-WR-CALNAME:Access Events — Independence First BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First Deaf Community Workshop: What is Power of Attor ney? DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260505T200000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-deaf-community-workshop-what-is-power-of-attorney-2 0260505@accessevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:An educational legal workshop for Milwaukee's Deaf community\, led by Attorney Matt Kaplan\, covering the basics of power of attorney pl anning. The ASL-accessible workshop provides clear guidance to help Deaf a nd hard of hearing individuals understand and plan for legal decision-maki ng.\n\nAccessibility: ASL Interpretation\, Wheelchair Accessible Venue LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-deaf-community- workshop-what-is-power-of-attorney-20260505/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First Board Game Night DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-board-game-night-20260513@accessevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:A monthly social gathering where participants with disabilitie s enjoy board games\, conversation\, and peer support in a welcoming and a ccessible environment. No experience required - newcomers are always welco me to join the community at Independence First's center for independent li ving.\n\nAccessibility: Wheelchair Accessible Venue LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-board-game-nigh t-20260513/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First Deaf Community Workshop: Do I Need a Will? DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260519T200000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-deaf-community-workshop-do-i-need-a-will-20260519@a ccessevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:The second in a three-part Deaf Community Workshop legal serie s\, this session provides clear guidance to help Deaf and hard of hearing individuals understand wills and estate planning. The ASL-accessible works hop helps participants make informed decisions about their assets and wish es.\n\nAccessibility: ASL Interpretation\, Wheelchair Accessible Venue LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-deaf-community- workshop-do-i-need-a-will-20260519/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Support Professionals on the Autism Spectrum - Virtual Support Gro up DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T193000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:support-professionals-on-the-autism-spectrum-virtual-support-group-202 60527@accessevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:A monthly virtual support group hosted by Independence First\, specifically for professionals on the autism spectrum. The group explores workplace experiences\, strategies for navigating professional environmen ts\, and peer support for autistic adults in careers. Held via Zoom on the last Wednesday of each month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Zoom (virtual) STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/support-professionals-on-the-autis m-spectrum-virtual-support-group-20260527/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First Deaf Community Workshop: Open Discussion DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T200000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-deaf-community-workshop-open-discussion-20260602@ac cessevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:The concluding session of the three-part Deaf Community legal workshop series\, this open discussion allows participants to ask question s\, share experiences\, and explore topics related to planning for the fut ure. Facilitated in ASL with English interpretation\, this peer-driven for um addresses real questions from Milwaukee's Deaf community.\n\nAccessibil ity: ASL Interpretation\, Wheelchair Accessible Venue LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-deaf-community- workshop-open-discussion-20260602/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First Community Access Advocacy Team Meeting DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T153000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-community-access-advocacy-team-meeting-20260617@acc essevents.org SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:Monthly meeting of Independence First's Community Access Advoc acy Team\, which works to identify and remove barriers that prevent people with disabilities from fully participating in Milwaukee's community. Topi cs often include accessible sidewalks\, buildings\, transit\, and public s paces.\n\nAccessibility: Wheelchair Accessible Venue LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-community-acces s-advocacy-team-meeting-20260617/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Independence First SPARK Leadership Camp 2026 DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260622T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260626T160000 DTSTAMP:20260324T083405Z UID:independence-first-spark-leadership-camp-2026-20260622@accessevents.or g SEQUENCE:0 DESCRIPTION:A week-long summer program for high school students with disab ilities focused on building confidence\, self-advocacy skills\, and youth leadership. SPARK campers develop their own voices as disability advocates and connect with peers across Milwaukee's disability community.\n\nAccess ibility: Wheelchair Accessible Venue\, Accessible Parking LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T083405Z LOCATION:Independence First\, 540 S. 1st St.\, Milwaukee\, WI 53204 STATUS:CONFIRMED URL:https://www.accessevents.org/events/independence-first-spark-leadershi p-camp-2026-20260622/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR